An Evening Prayer
An Evening Prayer by George MacDonald is a short poem that reflects on the beauty of nature and the power of God. The speaker asks for guidance and protection throughout the night, acknowledging both the joys and challenges of life. The poem ends with a hopeful plea for peace and rest.
By George MacDonald · First published 1874 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Inspirational · 144 words
First lines
I am a bubble Upon thy ever-moving, resting sea: Oh, rest me now from tossing, trespass, trouble!
Take me down into thee.
Give me thy peace.
My heart is aching with unquietness: Oh, make its inharmonious beating cease!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1874 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Inspirational, Philosophical
- Length: 144 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — The themes of divine intervention, prayer, and spiritual longing are central to the text.
- Inspirational — The text seeks to inspire hope and peace through spiritual reflection and connection.
- Philosophical — The work explores existential themes such as life, death, and the human condition.
Tags
prayer · spirituality · faith · devotion · meditation · reflection · Christianity · hope · serenity · inner peace · grace · gratitude